8581331382003 Genuine Dryer Bearing Cover for Simpson, Westinghouse, Electrolux Dryers 39S500M 39S600M LD505A LD605EB EDV505 EDV605 SDV501

A long run of Simpson, Westinghouse and Electrolux clothes dryers share this genuine bearing cover, part 8581331382003. It's also sold as 4055690715, with 32184401 and 133138200 as further references. Models on file include the 39S500M and 39S600M, LD505A and LD605EB, EDV505 and EDV605, and SDV501 and WDV5051, along with D6 and DF series dryers.

Squealing or rumbling clothes dryer

On these dryers the drum turns on a bearing at the back of the cabinet, and the bearing cover closes off and holds that bearing area. As the bearing wears, the dryer starts to squeal, squeak or rumble, and the drum may wobble or drag. When the bearing is changed, the cover is often worn, cracked or distorted from heat and should be renewed at the same time so the new bearing is properly held. Replacing the cover alone won't fix a noisy dryer if the bearing or shaft behind it is worn.

Part details

• Genuine Electrolux group part 8581331382003
• Also listed as 4055690715, 32184401 and 133138200
• Cover for the rear drum bearing
• Suits Simpson, Westinghouse and Electrolux dryers on file, including 39S500M and LD605EB

Fitting the bearing cover

Unplug the dryer before starting. The cover sits at the rear drum bearing, so you'll usually be working at the back of the machine. Take photos as you strip it down, check the bearing and shaft for wear while it's apart, and replace any worn parts together. Spin the drum by hand before refitting the panels to make sure it turns freely and quietly.

Questions about this part

Should I replace the bearing at the same time?

If the dryer is noisy, yes. The cover and bearing work together, and fitting a new cover over a worn bearing won't stop the noise. Check the bearing and shaft while the dryer is open and replace whatever is worn.